Archangels of Justice Case Files

In this teaser of the newest Archangels of Justice Case Files series, we will be introducing the story of Laurie “Bambi” Bembenek. A case that gained national headlines after she escaped from prison and was recaptured in Canada, inspiring books, movies and the even the slogan “Run, Bambi, Run”. On May 28th, 1981 Christine Schultz, the mother of two boys and the ex-wife of a police detective, was murdered in her home in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Less than a year later, on March 9th, 1982, Laurie Bembenek was convicted of that murder and immediately sentenced to a life term in prison. This season will be done from the perspective of Archangel of Justice Investigator, Ira Robins who worked this case for over two decades. And who Laurie called her “very own personal Pit-bull” and when Geraldo Rivera devoted a show on the case, said Ira “has made Bambi’s vindication his life’s mission”. But now our listeners will get the full story, as the Archangels will take your through the twists and turns of Ira’s investigation and show how official misconduct and corruption, in all areas of state law enforcement and the courts, tainted the Laurie Bembenek case to cause a horrible miscarriage of justice.

Are civilians treated differently than Law Enforcement officers in the wake of a deadly force situation? Sal, Ira and Joe speak with nationally recognized expert in police practices and witness for the defense of George Zimmerman, Dennis Root, about this question. Also, we look at other cases where police officers are given preferential treatment after a victim turned up dead, after what can be considered a questionable shooting. Dennis goes into what a civilian should do if they find themselves in a deadly force situation and how to talk to officers at the scene. Sal and Ira share their experience with cases where Police Officers were given medals after a questionable shooting and the relationship between the District Attorney’s office and police officers. Dennis, Sal and Ira share the solutions they see for the problem to fix it for good and the importance of transparency during the investigations of officer involved shootings. Lastly, Dennis talks about the George Zimmerman case and how the media distorted the truth of what really happened that tragic night. Subscribe today, so you don’t miss any of the latest from Archangels of Justice. This is the 2nd to last episode that will appear on both feeds, subscribe to AoJ Weekly so you don’t miss any new episodes! Support the Archangels on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/archangelsofjustice

In the 2nd of four previews of the new weekly podcast from Archangels of Justice, we speak with Private Investigator Dave Beers and Truth in Justice President Sheila Berry. Both have dedicated their life to helping the wrongfully convicted get out of prison. We begin with Part 1 Dave Beers who as a police officer was wrongfully prosecuted and had to fight to stay out of prison. This wrongful prosecution cost him his job but push into a career of helping those in the same situation. As the conversation moves along, we talk about some of the cases he has worked on and solutions he sees to try to fix these problems in society. In part 2, we speak with Sheila Berry who is the President of Truth in Justice (http://www.truthinjustice.org), we begin with a conversation about Truth in Justice and problems in our justice system. We then move into the statistics of people incarcerated in the United States and how many could be wrongfully convicted. Sheila then talks about some of the solutions to these problems and the attitudes of prosecutors. We finally discuss the steps people can take in their own communities to help the wrongfully convicted get out of prison. You can help The Archangels of Justice by donating on Patreon: www.patreon.com/archangelsofjustice Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archangelsofjustice/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/archangelpod Subscribe to us on the Archangels of Justice YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/archangelsofjustice

In the first episode, the Archangels of Justice speak with Marcia Southwick from the NASGA about guardianship abuse. We begin by talking about the basics of guardianship, where it came from and how the law has been misused, misapplied, or manipulated. We look at the people who are most at risk for abuse and how to prevent this from happening to you or someone you love. We asked Marcia a few questions about about the tricks guardianship companies use to get the elderly to sign over their rights (https://stopguardianabuse.org/10-dirty-tricks/). Marcia, Sal and Ira share some stories about the people they have helped throughout the years and everything they had to go through even though their clients where in the right. This is a problem in every state and can effect every single person in the United States. Next we talk about NASGA (National Association to Stop Guardian Abuse) and their mission: * To protect the civil/human rights – life, liberty and property – of vulnerable persons described as “incompetent” and made wards of the state in unlawful and abusive guardianships and conservatorships; * To end financial exploitation of their wards’ assets by court-appointed fiduciaries* who, instead of conserving their wards’ assets as required by law, force previously financially able wards onto Medicaid at Taxpayer expense; * To be a support organization for families battling court-appointed “protectors” who permit due process and other violations of law to occur, including physical and mental abuse and isolation; and * To obtain reform – through outreach, education and advocacy – by meaningful amendment of existing statutes and increased penalties against violations of law. From more information about NASGA, visit their website at: https://stopguardianabuse.org Support the Archangels of Justice and get exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/archangelsofjustice  

Archangels of Justice wanted to give a little update on where we are with our new season and also a preview from our new weekly show. It has been an exciting time over these last few months and we cannot thank you enough for all the support we received during our first season of the podcast. We are currently working on the episodes for our new season which will be about the Leonard Peltier case. Leonard is a Native American Activist who is currently serving two consecutive life sentences for the murders of FBI agents Jack Coler and Ronald Williams in 1975. TOPICS FROM ARCHANGELS OF JUSTICE WEEKLY PREVIEW SHOW Exploitation of Elderly Physical abuse against a senior citizen entails any use of physical force likely to result in injury, physical pain or impairment. Common forms of physical abuse include hitting, striking, beating, pushing, shaking, pinching, kicking, slapping and burning. Other examples of abuse applicable to elderly individuals are force-feeding; excessive use of physical restraints or drugs, if used inappropriately; and holding someone against their will, referred to as false arrest. Emotional and/or psychological abuse typically is defined as an act that causes emotional pain, distress or anguish. Common forms of emotional/psychological abuse include verbal assaults, intimidation, humiliation, threats, insults, harassment and treating senior citizens like children. Any non-consensual sexual contact with an elderly person is considered sexual abuse. Additionally, sexual contact with an elderly person who is incapable of giving consent or who is too confused to fully understand what is happening also is sexual abuse. Common forms of sexual abuse include unwanted touching, sexually explicit photographing, forced nudity, and all types of sexual assault and battery (such as rape and molestation). Abandonment occurs when a designated caretaker or legal guardian leaves an elder person to fend for him or herself. While it includes elements of neglect, abandonment is the total desertion of an elderly person. Common examples of abandonment include leaving an unsuspecting victim at a nursing home or shopping mall, or otherwise turning one’s back on his or her supposed responsibilities to care for the victim. Exploitation of Children with Learning Disabilities Children with learning disabilities are more vulnerable to sexual exploitation than other children, and face additional barriers to protection and receiving support, according to a new report Types of Exploitation * Physical Abuse * Sexual Abuse * Neglect * Emotional Maltreatment Child Custody Cases Physical abuse of child goes uncharged many times and DCF is not doing their job Wrongful Convictions The U.S., which leads the world in incarceration of its citizens, has approximately 2 million people behind bars. That means a wrongful conviction rate of 1 percent would translate to 20,000 people punished for crimes they didn’t commit. On death row, 1 in 25 are likely innocent, according to a recent study. Unfair Sentencing between public and police for similar crimes If a police officer unlawfully harms a citizen, the officer is subject to assault or homicide charges—no different than if the officer committed these crimes off duty. However, if a citizen unlawfully harms a police officer, the citizen is automatically subject to aggravated assault or aggravated homicide charges, which carry more severe punishment.  In fact, some states make the intentional killing of an on-duty officer a capital offense. Enhanced charges in police encounters are thus asymmetrical. They only apply if a citizen harms an officer but not if an officer harms a citizen. * Police Shootings * Since 2005 only 77 police officers have been charged with murder and of that only 26 were convicted.

In the last episode of this series, we will be joined by few different people in Sheena’s life. We will also talk about our theories of what we think happened that morning and update our listeners on where the case is today. As we close the Sheena Morris case, we wanted to bring in some other people in Sheena’s life, including one of her good friends, Kelly Holland, her step-father, Kevin Osborn and her step-mother, Lisa Lane. I will also have Sheena’s mother, Kelly Osborn and our two Archangels, Sal and Ira, who will talk about what they think happened that morning and their final thoughts on the case. After sharing stories about Sheena, we read a statement from Sheena’s father, Dave Morris and Sheena’s mother, Kelly Osborn. Then we will give an update about all the people involved with this case and how the FDLE continues to cover up inept police work. This is not only happening in Florida but across the country. Subscribe today and never miss an episode of the Archangels of Justice Case Files!

In the penultimate episode of this case, we will be discussing the Archangels of Justice federally filed affidavit, then provide the evidence that representatives of the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Florida State Attorney deliberately worked in concert to ignore and cover-up the criminal conduct of police officers and the inept investigation of detectives during the reexamination of the death of Sheena Morris. In fact, their conduct was designed to misdirect the entire purpose of the reexamination. Their criminal acts of conspiracy, filing of false official reports, and obstruction of justice have violated the Civil Rights of Sheena Morris, Kelly and David Morris, her family, and offend anyone who believes in truth and justice. These law enforcement officials must be dealt with harshly and according to law, otherwise they will continue to get away with these criminal actions. We will also be discussing the options for Sheena’s family as they continue to move forward to seek justice in this case. Whether these officials would be found guilty in a civil or criminal trial and how that case would play put in the court room. Finally, we will look at the reasons why this case was not investigated properly in the first place. Subscribe today and never miss an episode!

It has been over 4 years since Sheena died and finally a Florida Law Enforcement agency interviews the main suspect, Joe Genoese. We will we listen to the main suspect in his first and only official interview by Art Brown and the FDLE. Listen as we show multiple times, the FDLE could have questioned Genoese about previous acts against Sheena but choose not to do it. We also look at the difference in statements made by other witnesses at the New Year’s Eve party. What Genoese says happened and what the witnesses saw does not match up. Finally, we look at the investigative techniques the FDLE and BBPD used to come to their conclusion of suicide, but also, show how they ignored hard evidence in their quest to prove suicide. We look extensively at the things said in the report but also language used to describe Sheena Morris. The FDLE report talks about the public misconceptions but uses little hard evidence to confirm or deny any of them. Listen and you will understand how the FDLE and BBPD went about covering up this case and allowing a murderer to walk free. Subscribe today and stay up to date with the newest episodes!

We examine the official findings from the FDLE in the death of Sheena Morris. This report was submitted in the wake of the national attention Sheena’s case received. It picks up on Oct 31, 2013; it has been a year since the Dr. Phil Show aired Sheena’s episode and Genoese’s failed polygraph test was seen on national television. We give the full record directly from the FDLE report. The Archangels of Justice will show how both the FDLE and BBPD ignored evidence based on their own statements in the report. Also, the FDLE clearly ignores violations of police protocol by BBPD, conveniently picking and choosing their words. When you listen to this episode understand that the victim here is Sheena Morris not Joe Genoese and the BBPD. After listening you will understand why the family is so angry with what is said in this report. Subscribe today!

Finally, Sheena Morris gets the investigation she deserves by a local reporter, Lee Williams. His findings lead to national exposure for Sheena and is even featured on “The Dr. Phil Show”. We talk about the events that lead to this appearance, including the march Sheena’s family organized in New York and Florida. The family’s meeting with the Bradenton Beach Mayor and the pushback they got form the Bradenton Beach Police Chief Sam Speciale. When Lee Williams article hits the internet everything changes and the FDLE reopens the case. Sheena’s mother and father confront Genoese on “The Dr. Phil Show” and he is confronted with times he was physical in his past relationships. Then the family learns the results of the polygraph test he took earlier with world renown polygraphist, Jack Trimarco. After he is confronted by this test, he argues that the results are rigged and wants to take another. The Bradenton Beach police could care less about the results but the FDLE reopens the case and there is hope for Sheena’s family. Subscribe today!

In the days after Sheena’s death, Joe Genoese leaves her family with more questions than answers. Sheena’s family begins packing up her apartment and Genoese continually making it harder for the family to coup with her death. Genoese leaves Kelly and her husband with Sheena’s car payment after agreeing to pay for the car. Sheena’s family will not give up and push Diaz to finally interview Genoese about all the inconstancies with his story. Then Sheena’s family takes the investigation into their own hands and has Sheena’s body exhumed for a 2nd autopsy. When the 2nd autopsy is preformed it is discovered that Sheena’s hyoid bone and that is was kept by Sarasota Medical Examiner’s office because they thought there was something strange with the death. On March 22nd 2012 Sheena’s death certificate was officially changed and the manner of death now reads “undetermined”. Instead of reopening the case the Bradenton Beach Police and Det. Diaz argue with the Medical Examiner about her findings. Sheena family is about to give up when they are contacted by producers from the Dr. Phil Show. Subscribe today!